2007 Mazda 3 vs. 1993 Saab 900
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Saab 900 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 3 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Saab 900. (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 1993 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 3 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
